Tasted by Hamish Ferguson (he/him)
8.6 Black Stout
This beer, imported from Holland to your local supermarket, is marketed as an “intense stout”.
Don’t let the cheap price fool you—this goes down surprisingly well for a affordable can from
New World. The first thing that hits you is the frothiness and a overall richness of the flavour
(think coffee, dark chocolate, soy sauce), followed by an slight acidic kick in your mouth and a
malty, slightly bitter aftertaste. Overall a great brew, especially for someone looking to explore
the world of stouts and porters for a price more competitive than notorious brews like Guniuess,
or craft brews like Cassels. This beer gives off cigarettes and leather vibes. However watch out
for the tipsiness—it can go from 0-100 really quick, with an ABV of 7.9%, and 3.1 standards per
can. I had an unintentional 3 hour nap the first time I drank this, which ruined my night.
Standards per dollar: 0.67 (3.10 divided by $4.69, please check my maths)
Taste: 8/10
Affordability: 9/10 (for a stout)
Tipsiness: 7/10
Hangover: -4/10
Overall: 20/30